The Inspiring Journey of Wilma Rudolph: From Paralysis to Olympic Gold

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Rudolph was the first American woman to win three gold medals in one Games and won global fame as the fastest woman in the world. Just two years later, she retired, her legacy having been written. She died in 1994 at the age of 54 Photograph: Popperfoto/Popperfoto/Getty Images Commonwealth Games, Jackie Joyner Kersee, Flo Jo, Wilma Rudolph, Sports Medals, Shawn Johnson, Two Years Later, Olympic Gold Medals, Olympic Athletes

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A look back at how the US sprinter won an historic three gold medals at the 1960 Games in Rome

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Born premature and plagued with illnesses throughout her childhood, the groundbreaking athlete went on to defy all the odds and bring home three Olympic golds.

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Wilma Rudolph won three gold medals in track and field in just one Olympics, making her the first ever American woman to do so. However, Wilma did not get onto the podium without encountering her f…

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20 Most Stylish Olympic Athletes of All Time

With the countdown closing in on the 2012 Summer Olympics, the combined sense of anticipation and nostalgia has us looking forward to those athletes we'...

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50 stunning Olympic moments: Wilma Rudolph – in pictures

A look back at how the US sprinter won an historic three gold medals at the 1960 Games in Rome

How Wilma Rudolph Overcame Early Health Problems to Launch a Record-Breaking Career

Born premature and plagued with illnesses throughout her childhood, the groundbreaking athlete went on to defy all the odds and bring home three Olympic golds.

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1,814 1960 Olympics Photos & High Res Pictures

Browse Getty Images’ premium collection of high-quality, authentic 1960 Olympics stock photos, royalty-free images, and pictures. 1960 Olympics stock photos are available in a variety of sizes and formats to fit your needs.

Wilma Rudolph: “Skeeter”

Wilma Rudolph won three gold medals in track and field in just one Olympics, making her the first ever American woman to do so. However, Wilma did not get onto the podium without encountering her f…

Rome 1960 Summer Olympics - Athletes, Medals & Results

Relive the moments that went down in history at the 1960 summer Olympics in Rome. Access official videos, results, galleries, sport and athletes.

#TheLIST: Olympic Beauties

Because talent and beauty know no borders, a round-up of the prettiest female Olympians from every sport and country.